Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Trump's 'Witch Hunt' Claims Amid Epstein Scandal Deepen

7/29/2025

28 4

Summary

Story summary

President Trump is reigniting accusations of a "witch hunt" to divert attention from the Epstein scandal, hinting at a possible pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell. His attempts to solicit her testimony seem designed to shield himself. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court's conservative majority, as pointed out by Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, raises troubling questions about its independence and dedication to democracy.

1 of 1

Story summary

President Trump is reigniting accusations of a "witch hunt" to divert attention from the Epstein scandal, hinting at a possible pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell. His attempts to solicit her testimony seem designed to shield himself. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court's conservative majority, as pointed out by Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, raises troubling questions about its independence and dedication to democracy.